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The program course requirements are presented in sequence. Part-time students and others who cannot follow this sequence should check course descriptions in the catalog to determine prerequisites and should consult their academic advisor regarding the order in which they take classes.

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Associate of
Applied Science
Office Administration and Technology

This is a two-year program designed to provide students with the skills necessary to find employment as a computer operator, data entry clerk, or office worker who manages accounts receivable and payable, billings, payroll and web designing.

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Required Core - 60 Total Credits

First Year - Fall Semester (15) Credits
CAPP 120 CAPP 120 - Introduction to Computers This course emphasizes the practical aspects of today's computing environment. Instruction includes the basic computer architecture and operation, hardware, operating systems, network communication, ethical issues associated with computers, and aspects of integrated software with an emphasis on business applications. Co-requisite: CAPP 120A Introduction to Computer Applications.	Intro to Computers (3)
WRIT 122 WRIT 122 - Intro to Business Writing This course is designed to teach students how to write better routine business correspondence. The basic concepts of letter, memo, and report writing are taught. Emphasis is on composing at the keyboard, given different office situations and following oral and written instruction. While grounded in solid business communication fundamentals, this course takes a strong workplace activity orientation, which helps students connect what they learn to what they do or will do on the job. Grammar and punctuation will be reviewed and emphasis on business usage. Pre-requisite: WRIT 095 Developmental Writing or a score of 70 or higher on the Compass Placement test.	Intro to Business Writing (3)
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WRIT	Written Communications Core Requirement (3)
BGEN 235 BGEN 235 - Business Law The course provides a fundamental knowledge of the legal, ethical, and professional business environments. Contract law, property law, crimes, torts, and organizational forms are the core areas covered.	Business Law (3)
M 108 M 108 - Business Mathematics This course is a study of math and terminology used by business and industry. The course will begin with a review of the fundamental principles of arithmetic and percentages. Payroll, bank records, interest, notes, discounts, markup, inventory, depreciation, and stocks and bonds will be covered. This course does not fulfill General Education requirements for the AA/AS degree. Prerequisite: appropriate placement score or concurrent enrollment in NC 021 Supplemental Instruction/Academic Support for Mathematics. For those in NC 021, attendance and participation in NC 021 will be reported to your M 108 instructor for consideration in your M 108 grade.	Business Math (3)
MART 213 MART 213 - Photoshop and Illustrator This course covers the fundamentals of creating a variety of documents using Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator. Practical application of skill is emphasized.	Photoshop and Illustrator (3)

First Year - Spring Semester (15) Credits
CAPP 151 CAPP 151 - MS Office This is an intermediate-level course using the Windows Vista operating system and an integrated software package with emphasis on the business environment. The approach is a hands-on experience creating more complex documents, spreadsheets, databases, presentations, publications, web pages, and pictures. Prerequisite: CAPP 120/120A Introduction to Computers & Applications.	MS Office (3)
COMX 111 COMX 111 - Intro to Public Speaking This course is intended to help students develop skills in speaking, organizing thoughts, and listening. Major emphasis is placed on the preparation and presentation of formal speeches.	Intro to Public Speaking (3)
	or
COMX 115 COMX 115 - Interpersonal Communications The objectives of this introductory-level course are to help students develop an understanding of the fundamentals of interpersonal communication theory and to learn useful skills that will enable them to be more effective in establishing healthy interpersonal relationships in their personal lives and professions.	Interpersonal Communications (3)
GDSN 145 GDSN 145 - Introduction to Web Design This course provides fundamental instruction on creating, editing, and enhancing Internet web sites. Students will gain hands-on experience that includes internet navigation and communication, web page creation using basic HTML/XHTML code and Adobe Dreamweaver, publishing web pages to the World Wide Web, and web site management and maintenance. Prerequisite: CAPP120—Introduction to Computers.	Introduction to Web Design (3)
MART 214 MART 214 - Digital Publishing and Design This course covers the fundamentals of creating a variety of publications using Adobe Indesign including typography usage and terminology, with the aid of Photoshop for graphic manipulation. Students will develop layout and design solutions to problems presented in class. Practical application of skills is emphasized. Digital Publishing and Design is a required course for the AAS degree in Information Technology.	Digital Publishing and Design (3)
	Elective (3)

Second Year - Fall Semester (15) Credits
ACTG 201 ACTG 201 - Principles of Financial Accounting This is an intensive course sequence in the fundamental principles of accounting emphasizing the accounting cycle, journalizing, posting, trial balance, financial statements, plant and intangible assets, depreciation, inventories, accounting systems, payroll, and taxes. Prerequisite: CAPP 120/120A Introduction to Computers & Applications, M 090 Introductory Algebra or M 108 Business Mathematics.	Principles of Financial Accounting (4)
COMX 106 COMX 106 - Communicating in a Dynamic Workplace Students will study human behavior and personality, self-management, self-development, and elementary business psychology. Classroom focus is on career planning and job search: students will develop skills to prepare resumes, cover letters, and other communications involved in obtaining a job. This class is a requirement for the Professional-Technical programs.	Communicating in a Dynamic Workplace (2)
CAPP 156 CAPP 156 - MS Excel This is an intermediate-level course using Excel as a tool for calculation, analysis, and reporting through applications and exercises. A hands-on approach is used to enhance students' working knowledge of work sheets. Prerequisite: CAPP 120/120A Introduction to Computers & Applications.	MS Excel (3)
BMKT 225 BMKT 225 - Marketing This course covers the fundamental principles of marketing including the marketing mix, target markets, consumer behavior, marketing research and marketing plans.	Marketing (3)
ITS 165 ITS 165 - OS Commands and Scripts This course examines the role of operating system software and various user interfaces including the use of virtual machines. The curriculum focuses on using both a command line interface and a graphical user interface for system management tasks, installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and disaster recovery.	OS Commands and Scripts (3)

Second Year - Spring Semester (15) Credits
ACTG 202 ACTG 202 - Principles of Managerial Accounting This is an intensive course sequence in the fundamental principles of accounting emphasizing corporations, department and branch accounting, manufacturing and job order cost systems, budgeting, cost accounting, management reports, financial position, consolidated statements, and financial statement analysis. Prerequisite: ACTG 201 Principles of Financial Accounting.	Principles of Managerial Accounting (4)
CAPP 158 CAPP 158 - MS Access This is an intermediate-level course presenting computerized database management and design with emphasis on the relational concepts. Topics covered include hands-on experience creating, querying, and maintaining databases; presenting information using reports and forms; and integrating data with other software programs. Prerequisite: CAPP 120/120A Introduction to Computers and Applications.	MS Access (3)
BMGT 245 BMGT 245 - Customer Service Management This course is an overview of proven principles that create customer satisfaction and loyalty. Covered topics include customer relationship management, complaint handling, service design and delivery, and quality issues.	Customer Service Management (3)
BGEN 298 BGEN 298 - Business Internship This course is a planned and supervised work-learning experience in a business, industry, government, or community service agency that is related to the field of business	Business Internship (3)
	Elective (2)

Upon completion of this program students will:

Operate a computer efficiently utilizing Microsoft Office applications;

Navigate the Internet and manage electronic correspondence;

Demonstrate an understanding of the elements of the accounting cycle and general financial statements;

Explain laws that apply to the business environment;

Demonstrate an ability to market and promote products;

Design web pages, flyers, and other publications;

Develop key business communication skills.

A.A.S. Office Administration and Technology

Required Core - 60 Total Credits